If you wish to play rugby in any Union other than the one you are currently registered with you must obtain permission to make the change. This permission is known as “International Clearance” and such clearance is granted by your current Union and then approved by your new Union. The process is further explained below.

The World Rugby Regulation

World Rugby has issued a Regulation setting out the basic clearance process which must be followed by all Unions.

Scottish Rugby’s Regulation

Scottish Rugby has adopted the WR Regulation into its own domestic regulations and it will be applied in respect of all players transferring into and out of our jurisdiction. All those within the Scottish Rugby Union’s jurisdiction are required to comply with this Regulation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact details

If you can't find the information you're looking for, have a specific query or require assistance processing a Clearance please contact Kathleen Munroe at kathleen.munroe@sru.org.uk or phone 0131 346 5102.

If you wish to report a concern relating to an International Clearance, or to appeal a decision with respect to a Clearance, please contact Scottish Rugby's Head of Regulation, Graham Ireland, at graham.ireland@sru.org.uk or 0131 346 5004. All enquiries will be treated as confidential.